Crown Castle (CCI)vsEPR Properties (EPR)
CCI
Crown Castle
$73.22
+0.22%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $31.93B
EPR
EPR Properties
$57.43
+1.25%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Crown Castle generates 463% more annual revenue ($4.16B vs $738.98M). EPR leads profitability with a 35.6% profit margin vs 20.7%. CCI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.58. EPR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CCI
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
EPR
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.5%
Fair Value
$65.44
Current Price
$73.22
$7.78 premium
Margin of Safety
+45.6%
Fair Value
$105.59
Current Price
$57.43
$48.16 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 46.8%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.3%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -206.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.9%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 13.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CCI
The strongest argument for CCI centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.7% and operating margin at 46.8%. PEG of 0.58 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : EPR
The strongest argument for EPR centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.6% and operating margin at 54.3%. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CCI
The primary concerns for CCI are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : EPR
The primary concerns for EPR are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.53 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CCI profiles as a declining stock while EPR is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
EPR is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
CCI generates stronger free cash flow (472M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EPR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 35.6% margins and 10.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Crown Castle
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
Crown Castle is a real estate investment trust and provider of shared communications infrastructure in the United States. Its network includes over 40,000 cell towers and nearly 80,000 route miles of fiber supporting small cells and fiber solutions. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company has 100 offices nationwide.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
EPR Properties is a leading experiential net lease real estate investment trust (REIT), specializing in select and durable experimental properties in the real estate industry.
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